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CLASSES

Sign up for classes by calling the Center. The desk worker will help you sign up and pay.

Phone: (865) 494-9854

Saturdays May 11 – June 1

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

This class is designed to introduce students to the joy of creating paintings from start to finish. Students will learn different types of brushes, brush control, how to choose a painting subject and compose a painting. Students will walk away with a painting at the end of each class, completing a total of 4 paintings!

Classes are designed for beginners (no experience needed), fun, and lighthearted! Claudia will provide demonstrations and individual help to each student. Students will finish the class with the ability to paint at home with confidence.

All supplies are included in the cost of registration. A list of supplies will be available to students that want to purchase supplies to paint at home.

Earlybird Cost: $155 members, $165 nonmembers.

After April 27: $165/$175.

Registration deadline: May 4

Saturday, June 8, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM & Sunday, June 9

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.

In this two-day workshop, students will explore the colorful world of mixed media mosaics to create their own unique decorative birdhouse. Students will learn hands-on mosaic techniques using various materials including ceramic tiles, stained glass, mirror, broken dishes, figurines, and other found objects. During the first day of the workshop, students will explore cutting, tiling and gluing to decorate their birdhouse. The following day, students will complete their designs with grout. Materials are included, but feel free to bring your own personal objects to add to your mosaic. This class is suitable for all levels.

Earlybird Cost: $80 members, $90 nonmembers.

After May 25: $90/$100.

Registration Deadline: June 1. All Levels Welcome.

Build a Terrarium Workshop

with Sarah Brobst

Tuesday, June 11

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us for a fun hands-on terrarium building workshop where you will make your own mini-world come to life! We will be using a variety of materials such as mosses, succulents, natural decor and maybe even some figurines to bring a little pizzazz to your masterpiece. All supplies are included in this workshop and there will be a variety of containers to choose from. Create a world that is all your own! No experience necessary. All Levels Welcome.

Earlybird Cost: $35 members, $45 nonmembers.

After May 28 Cost: $45/$55.

Registration deadline: June 4.

Saturday, June 15, 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.

All skill levels are invited to come and paint a beautiful “Sunflower” image. Melanie will guide you to complete a 16 x 20 acrylic on canvas using a variety of brushes and painting techniques. All supplies are included.

Earlybird cost: $45 for Members, $55 for nonmembers.

After June 1 cost: $55/ $65

Registration deadline: June 8.

Melanie Fetterolf is the owner of Painting Your World Studio in Seymour, TN. She has displayed at the Davis Gallerias, Smoky Mountain Arts, The Emporium, and the Center for Peace.

SOY CANDLES

with Abby and Nancy Shedden

Saturday, July 20

10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. OR 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.

The day of the class participants can choose to make two (2) large candles (approx. 10oz.-12oz.) or four (4) small candles (approx. 4oz- 8oz.). If supplies permit then additional candles can be made for a prorated fee. When signing up please select your preference of candle sizes (large or small).

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to make soy candles then this
class is for you! In this class students will be guided through the
candle making process completing multiple candles: melting wax,
choosing a fragrance, pouring the wax into a variety of jars (such as
cut wine bottles, mason jars and decorative glass jars) and adding
decorative trimmings to make their candles unique.

Earlybird cost: $35 members, $45 non- members.

After July 6: cost: $45/ $55.

Registration deadline: July 13.

Saturday, June 29

11:00 AM -4:00 PM

Have you ever wanted to capture photographic images on fabric for use in creative projects? Are you drawn to the vivid colors of indigo blue? This workshop, hosted by alternative photo nonprofit The Big Camera (www.bigcamera.org) will teach artists and crafters how to work in the photographic medium of cyanotype.

Cyanotype, also known as blueprinting, is known for its hallmark cyan blue tones, though it can also be toned to be different shades. Cyanotype was one of the first photographic processes creating direct contact prints either from contact negatives or by using silhouettes. Though a variety of surfaces can be sensitized, including paper, this workshop may be especially appealing to fabric artists and quilters since it will focus on printing on fabric. All Materials Included.

Earlybird Cost: $55 members, $65 nonmembers.

After June 15 Cost: $65/$75

Registration deadline: June 22.

Saturday July 13

10:00 AM – 1:30 PM

The Craft Center will conduct a 1-day kids camp for campers ages 8-14. In the morning, campers will be instructed by volunteers of the Center’s Tuesday Weavers group to learn how to use the straw weaving method to create a bracelet along with learning how to use the table loom to create a mud rug. After lunch, campers will be instructed by artist Melanie Fetterolf to create and finish an acrylic painting they can hang on their bedroom wall!

Students should bring a lunch.

AACC Members: $25 for one student or $45 for two students in the same household. Each additional student in the same household $15.

Non-Members $35 for one student or $65 for two students in the same household. Each additional student in the same household $25.

Registration Deadline: July 6.

Wednesday July 31, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

The Craft Center is excited to welcome back Bob Grimac! The kaleidoscope has been delighting viewers since its invention by David Brewster, a Scottish physicist, back in 1816. For the past 30 years Bob Grimac has been helping students of all ages discover the magic found in the “thousand flower tube,” as the Chinese call these timeless toys.

Smiling students will leave this workshop with a sturdy, 12-inch tube, filled with real glass, real mirrors, and lots of colors, inside and out! Joy, jubilation, and success guaranteed! Bob Grimac has made kaleidoscopes with students all over East Tennessee as well as France, Canada, and Chile.

The class is open to students age 10 and up (but younger students welcomed with teen or adult supervision). This class will be a good parent or grandparent/child activity. Students are encouraged to bring a lunch.

AACC Members: $30 for one student or $55 for two students in the same household.

Non-Members: $40 for one student or $75 for two students in the same household.

Registration Deadline: July 24.

Saturday, August 17, 4:00 – 7:30 p.m.

All skill levels are invited to come and create a Sea Turtle painting. Melanie will guide you to complete a 16 x 20 acrylic on canvas using a variety of brushes and painting techniques. All supplies are included.

Earlybird Cost: $45 for Members, $55 for nonmembers.

After August 3 cost: $55/ $65

Registration deadline: August 10.

Melanie Fetterolf is the owner of Painting Your World Studio in Seymour, TN. She has displayed at the Davis Gallerias, Smoky Mountain Arts, The Emporium, and the Center for Peace.

ANIMAL SCULPTURES

with Nan Jacobsohn

Saturday and Sunday, November 9 – 10

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Human Beings have been fascinated with animals from primitive times. We have discovered images painted on cave walls and sculpted on ancient pottery. Even today we name cars after horses, cougars, antelopes, etc. There is an unselfconscious beauty that we admire in the creatures we share the planet with. In this workshop, the participants will create the animal of their choice in clay. Emphasis will be put on proportion, gesture, texture, and attention to detail as well as the technical aspects of sculpting in clay. An armature system will be utilized for creating standing figures.

Earlybird Cost: $165 members, $175 nonmembers.

After October 12, Cost: $175/$185.

Studio fees to be paid to teacher day of class: $40 (includes 25lbs of clay, glazes, and firings).

Registration deadline October 19.

Jacobsohn’s educational background includes a BA from Pasadena College in Art Education and a MLAS from Vanderbilt University. She spent the early part of her career as a high school art teacher in California, Massachusetts, and Georgia. She served as an art instructor at Cheekwood before becoming the director of education over both the art and botanical programs. In 1996 she made the decision to dedicate full time to her career as a sculptor. Her work has been successfully exhibited in galleries across the US and is in the collection of the Tennessee State Museum. She enjoys sharing her expertise through workshops at Arrowmont, Pecosin, Appalachian Craft Center and arts organizations in the US and Canada. Visit Jacobsohn’s website: Theclayhorse.com

ONGOING CLASSES

WEAVING

with Carol Pritcher

Tuesdays, 10 am to 2 pm (six classes)

For anyone interested in gaining knowledge of the loom and beginning weaving. Classes can be scheduled on an individual basis by calling Carol on Tuesdays at 494-9854. $125 members ($135 non-members) plus a small materials fee. Beginning-Intermediate.

HAND-SEWING DAY

with the Quilting Department

Wednesdays, 10 am to 2 pm

Bring your hand-sewing project or help out with the group quilting project with a wonderful group of ladies which meets each Wednesday to quilt, laugh, and enjoy lunch together. No need to call ahead; just bring your lunch.

MAKE YOUR OWN CLASS

Got a craft you want to learn? The Craft Center has access to numerous talented craft teachers in a variety of subjects. Gather up your friends and let’s plan your own class. Five or more students are needed. For more information or to just get ideas, call Ashley Pegram, Center Director at 865-494-9854.

Price to be determined.

PARTY!

Schedule your birthday party. Choose from pottery, weaving, drop spindle, painting, basket making and more. Classes are individually designed and range in price from $200 and up. Cake and party supplies may be brought.

HOMESCHOOL GROUPS!

Call 494-9854 and schedule your art class. Choose from pottery, weaving, drop spindle, painting, basket making and more. Classes are individually designed and range in price from $200 and up.

CLASS POLICIES:

1. Anyone signing up for a class must pay for the class to be considered registered.

2. People signing up for a class should not pay the materials fee at the time of registration (unless it is included in the fee). Materials fees are generally paid to the teacher or studio on the first day of class.

3. Each class has a minimum and a maximum number of students. If the minimum number of students is not reached by the registration deadline, the class may be canceled and all fees refunded. If a student must cancel after paying, a refund will be given if it is two weeks (14 calendar days) or more before the class; otherwise, we cannot give a refund. This is necessary due to the amount of work involved with class registration, set up, and publicity and fairness to others in the class.

4. If classes are held over the lunch hour, students should bring a lunch with them.

5. If Anderson County schools are closed due to bad weather, classes will likely not be held. Call the office to verify If it is a weekend, the decision to cancel is up to the teacher. In that case, please call the Center at 494-9854.

If you’d like to receive our monthly newsletter with updates on classes and other happenings at the Center, please consider joining. There are a lot of opportunities here for artists, crafters, or people interested in the arts. Members receive $10 off all our classes, get the monthly newsletter, have access to our studios, and are part of a wonderful group of people who support local artists in East Tennessee. It’s not expensive to become a member.

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